Respiratory Therapist RT 13 Week Contract

BridgePoint Healthcare; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 81,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Daily Pay

Paperless onboarding

Job summary

BridgePoint Continuing Care Hospital – National Harborside in Washington, DC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist – RT for a 13-week contract. Shifts: Days or Nights. The role offers a flat rate of $60/hour with a posted range of $59–$60/hr and access to Daily Pay.

The candidate will monitor ventilation, administer medications, assess patients, and participate in teaching. 1 year of experience preferred; BLS & ACLS and NBRC credentials required; AMA approved school graduate.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Care.
• Licenses/Certification: Current NBRC credentials as a Respiratory Therapist; current state licensure.
• BLS & ACLS Certifications required.
• Experience: 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred.
• Weekend Work Required: Yes
• Safety Sensitive-Designated Position

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care as ordered by a physician.
• Monitor mechanical ventilation and administer medications.
• Complete patient assessments and review blood work results.
• Participate in teaching and training of staff and patients.

Skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator monitoring

Education

AMA approved School of Respiratory Care

NBRC Respiratory Therapist Certification

State licensure

Job description

Respiratory Therapist(RT) – Be the Heart of Medically Complex Care

BridgePoint Continuing Care Hospital - National Harborside | Washington, DC
13 Week Contract

Shifts Available: Days 7a-730p / Nights 7p-730a

Hiring Range: $59.00-$60.00/hr. which includes premium pay in lieu of benefits.

This position is hired at a flat rate of $60/hour. The posted range reflects internal compensation structure and compliance with pay transparency requirements.

Access to Daily Pay

To be eligible for the contract:

Must be able to commit to 3 shifts a week and E/O weekend

You chose respiratory care for a reason. Let that reason thrive here.

At BRIDGEPOINT CONTINUING CARE HOSPITAL – NATIONAL HARBORSIDE whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference that matters. We know the path to recovery doesn't happen alone. As a team, we work cohesively to meet each patients unique needs. We are a team-driven environment and we care about our own!

Our employees form the foundation of everything we do optimizing patient healing and wellness, and creating a warm and welcoming environment. It is because of the dedication of our employees that we can live out our mission, vision, and company values every day.

It is at BRIDGEPOINT CONTINUING CARE HOSPITAL –NATIONAL HARBORSIDE where care, community, and careers happen.

What You’ll Love:

• Competitive hourly pay
• We offer healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored benefits.
• Paperless, quick onboarding
• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources)
• Respectful, supportive leadership and strong focus on teamwork
• Optimal staff-to-patient ratios to prevent burnout
• Opportunities for advancement
• Strong mentorship and orientation programs
• School Partnerships
• 360 communications for staff, patients & families

What You’ll Be Doing:

Here at BridgePoint our Respiratory Therapist – RT is responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by a physician. The Respiratory Therapist – RT monitors mechanical ventilation, administers medications, and completes patient assessments. The Respiratory Therapist – RT must understand ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, reviews blood work results, monitor patient status, and participate in teaching and training.

Respiratory Care Practitioners, RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Provider, RCP, RT

Requirements:

• Education: Graduate of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Care.
• Licenses/Certification: Current credentials as a Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Current licensure from state licensure agency. BLS & ACLS Certifications required.
• Experience: 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred.
• Weekend Work Required: Yes
• Safety Sensitive-Designated Position

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.